1969 Nissan Bluebird vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1525 kg more than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Bluebird. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Bluebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Nissan Bluebird | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Nissan | Toyota |
| Model | Bluebird | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 6290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 4180 mm |
